BHC Center for Children & Adolescents · Wausau
Mental health care for children and teens in Wausau.
Therapy, assessments and medication management centered on the needs of children, adolescents and their families.
Meet with BHC at the Grant Street center or online. No referral is needed to request care.

Start with what you have noticed in your child or teen—not with a clinical label.
Youth mental health support
Care can begin with the changes you are seeing.
The center provides therapy, assessments and medication management for children and adolescents. Parents and caregivers can begin by describing what feels different, how long it has been happening and what they would like help understanding.
Before you contact the center
A few details can help the first conversation.
You do not need to know the diagnosis, select a clinician or decide which service is the right fit before reaching out.
What you have noticed
Share the main concern, when it began and any changes that stand out.
The practical details
Include the child or teen's age and current insurance information.
Appointment preferences
Let the team know whether in-person or online care is preferred.
Requesting youth care
Share the concern. The team will review the options.
A parent or caregiver can start without selecting a clinician or service.
Send a request
Complete the appointment request form or call (855) 607-8242.
Describe what is happening
Include the child's age, main concern, insurance and preferred appointment format.
Receive the next details
The team will follow up with information about the relevant care option and appointment offered.

People behind the care
Questions from families are welcome.
A first conversation can focus on what you have noticed, what has already been tried and what you want to understand. You do not need a polished explanation before contacting the center.

Grant Street center
Find the Center for Children & Adolescents at 530 Grant Street.
Behavioral Health ClinicCenter for Children & Adolescents
530 Grant St
Wausau, WI 54403
Wausau youth care FAQs
Answers for parents and caregivers.
Services, appointment formats, insurance and finding the Grant Street center.
Can I request care for my child without a referral?
Yes. A parent or caregiver can contact Behavioral Health Clinic directly to request care through the Wausau Center for Children and Adolescents.
Who does the Wausau Center for Children and Adolescents serve?
The center focuses on mental health care for children and adolescents.
What services are available through the center?
BHC provides therapy, assessments and medication management for children and adolescents.
Are online appointments available?
Yes. BHC offers care at the Grant Street center and online. The available format depends on the service.
Does Behavioral Health Clinic accept insurance?
Behavioral Health Clinic accepts most major insurance plans. Coverage and out-of-pocket costs depend on the plan and service. View the current accepted insurance plans.
What should I include when requesting care for a child or teen?
Share the child or teen's age, the main concern, what you have noticed, insurance information and whether in-person or online care is preferred. You do not need to select a clinician or service first.
Where is the Wausau Center for Children and Adolescents?
The center is located at 530 Grant St, Wausau, WI 54403.
Appointments
Start with what you are seeing today.
Send an appointment request or call to ask about care through the Wausau Center for Children & Adolescents.
